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– About: displays general information about Google maps such as
Version, Platform, Locale, Total data sent, Total data received, Free
memory, etc.
• Help: displays the Google Mobile Help web page where you can
receive help on Google Maps.
Live TV
Live TV is a subscription service that allows you to watch your
favorite TV shows using your handset. For more information,
refer to "Live TV" on page 68.
Maps
Depending on your location, you can view basic, custom, and
satellite maps and local business information, including
locations, contact information, and driving directions. You can
also post public messages about a location and track your
friends.
Important!: Before using Google Maps you must have an active data
connection. The Maps application does not cover every country
or city.
Enabling a Location Source
Before you use Google Maps and find your location or search for
places of interest, you must enable a location source. To enable
the location source you must enable the wireless network, or
enable the GPS satellites.
From the Home screen, tap
1.
Location and security.
Tap the Use GPS satellites field. A green checkmark will
2.
display next to the field.
Note: Selecting Use GPS satellites allows you to locate places of interest at
the street-level. However, this also requires a clear view of the sky and
uses more battery power.
To receive better GPS signals, avoid using your device in the
following conditions:
inside a building or between buildings
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in a tunnel or underground passage
in poor weather
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around high-voltage or electromagnetic fields
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in a vehicle with tinted windows
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Using Maps
1.
From the Home screen, tap
A map will display with your location in the very center.
Press
to display the following options:
2.
• Search: allows you to search for a place of interest.
• Directions: displays navigation directions to a location from a
starting point.
Settings
Maps
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